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Katena Harden

LPN
Palm Bay,FL
Katena  Harden

Summary

Proficient and caring nursing team member offering over 18 years of patient-facing experience. Addresses patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Skilled Licensed Practical Nurse 18 + years of experience in the field. Knowledgeable about assisting with non-invasive procedures and performing respiratory treatments. Strong documentation skills and a firm grasp of compliance requirements. Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and hospital environments. Organized LPN with experience providing skilled care to diverse patient populations. Compassionate professional with great engagement skills. Prioritize tasks and maintains accurate documentation. Dependable healthcare team member with sound judgment, excellent clinical abilities and smooth bedside manner. Track and chart vitals and other markers to help patients, support team treatment goals and boost outcomes. Exceptional approach in clinical patient support. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.

Overview

22
years of professional experience

Work History

Solaris Healthcare Merritt Island

LPN Nursing Supervisor
03.2007 - Current

Job overview

  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisting physicians, patient and family focused.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.

The Palm‘s Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center

LPN Weekend Supervisor
06.2015 - 12.2015

Job overview

  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Helped to develop, improve and implement nursing policies and procedures.
  • Maintained medication room in full compliance with government and facility requirements.

Arbor Medical Staffing

LPN Field Nurse
02.2006 - 06.2007

Job overview

  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.

Anchor Care And Rehabilitation Center

Nursing Assistant
05.2001 - 01.2003

Job overview

  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
  • Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.

Education

Brevard Community College
Palm Bay, FL

Professional License Practical Nurse from Nursing
05.2005

University Overview

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Skills

  • Counting Narcotics
  • ADLs Assistance
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Assessments
  • Patient Triaging
  • Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
  • Assisting Physicians
  • Breathing Treatments
  • Documenting Intake
  • Medication Dispensing
  • Educating Families
  • Rehabilitation Techniques
  • Tuberculosis Testing
  • Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Charting and Recording
  • Behavioral Assessment
  • Sample Collection
  • Call Answering and Assistance
  • Quality Assessments
  • Dementia Knowledge and Care
  • Psychiatric Evaluation
  • Medical History Documenting
  • Transcribing Orders
  • Psychotropic Medication Knowledge
  • Medication Administration
  • Documenting Incidents
  • HIPAA Protocols
  • Caregiving Skills
  • Pneumonia Vaccinations
  • Monitor IV Fluids
  • Postpartum Patient Care

Timeline

LPN Weekend Supervisor

The Palm‘s Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center
06.2015 - 12.2015

LPN Nursing Supervisor

Solaris Healthcare Merritt Island
03.2007 - Current

LPN Field Nurse

Arbor Medical Staffing
02.2006 - 06.2007

Nursing Assistant

Anchor Care And Rehabilitation Center
05.2001 - 01.2003

Brevard Community College

Professional License Practical Nurse from Nursing
Katena Harden LPN